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Bible
Not on view
Spanish Jews commonly referred to the Bible as the "Temple of God" ("Mikdash-yah") and thus equipped it with the prescribed implements. On the right shines the seven-branched menorah and the Ark of the Covenant containing the Ten Commandments, which is crowned by two golden cherubs. Below are the flowering priestly staff of Aaron, the manna jar, and the table for showing bread. To the left stand the two altars, the laver for water, and assorted musical instruments and implements.
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